Just a quick note - I'm off work (and thus away from a computer, mostly) this week. Thanks to Julius, Deb and Catherine for posting the sad news about Mimi, and the word about Hajdu's book. It *is* good. I will have more to write when I've had a chance to think/ absorb. Here is the announcement from the Baez list: from Nancy Lutzlow (the Joan Baez Office) It is with much sadness that I tell you that Mimi Farina has lost her long, courageous battle with cancer. Mimi died on July 18, 2001, at her home in Mill Valley, California, surrounded and supported by the love of those closest to her. Mimi was an amazing woman who was a joy and an inspiration to so many people. An accomplished musician, loyal fans have enjoyed her music since the early 1960s, and her 25 years of work with Bread & Roses has deservedly earned her accolades and admiration. Mimi was also a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a cousin, a niece, a colleague, a dear friend, and a loving partner. Please keep all of those who loved her in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. (Donations in honor of Mimi can be made to Bread & Roses - www.breadandroses.org) Rest in peace, Mimi. -- ######################################################## Steve Dulson Costa Mesa CA [EMAIL PROTECTED] "The Tinker's Own" http://www.tinkersown.com "Southern California Dulcimer Heritage" http://www.scdh.org "The Living Tradition Concert Series" http://www.thelivingtradition.org/
